New York, August 19, 2025 — NFP, an Aon company and leading property and casualty (P&C) broker, benefits consultant, wealth manager and retirement plan advisor, has appointed Tom Ryan as managing director of Complex Risk for its Central and West regions. Based in the Chicago area, Ryan will report to Sean Hickey, senior vice president of Complex Risk, and work closely with Amanda Ruback and Brian Bonnell, managing directors of P&C for NFP’s Central and West regions, respectively.
“I’m excited to welcome Tom to the Complex Risk team as we expand our leadership in the space,” said Hickey. “As NFP continues to drive integrated sales across the enterprise, Tom will be a great resource for our P&C clients and producers and will play an integral role in expanding existing relationships. His risk management expertise across various industries will provide tremendous value for our clients as we enhance our competitiveness and scale to support a dynamic risk landscape.”
Ryan has over two decades of experience helping clients address their risk management needs by providing strategic insights and actionable guidance. Prior to joining NFP, he worked with Gallagher as regional vice president and Casualty Practice leader for their Midwest and Great Lakes region. Ryan’s previous experience also includes more than a decade with Lockton Companies, most recently as vice president and unit manager.
“With his experience managing a casualty practice and leading national accounts, Tom will elevate the impact we have for clients in key markets,” said Ruback. “We have developed a curated experience of tailored solutions and services for our clients, and Tom brings a background that will drive growth and improve outcomes for clients.”
"I’m looking forward to joining NFP and being part of an innovative Complex Risk team,” said Ryan. “In today’s market, success requires that we consistently cultivate client trust with specialized knowledge and proactive service. Through Sean, Amanda and Brian’s leadership, NFP continues to elevate its reputation by empowering success in these areas. I’m excited to get to work and make meaningful contributions across these two regions.”
